Beyond the Basics
This section steps beyond the basics of the breast augmentation surgical procedure. It includes important information about the history of silicone gel breast implants, the safety of silicone gel implants, information about individual patient analysis, details about when to consider a breast lift, and a list of the risks and complications associated with breast enhancement surgery.
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What is a Capsular Contracture?
Capsular contracture is the most common complication following breast augmentation. Reported capsular contracture rates range from a few percent to much more significant numbers depending upon the criteria used for evaluation and inclusion. An average rate is probably...